1988 Fiat Tipo vs. 1984 Nissan Micra
To start off, 1988 Fiat Tipo is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Nissan Micra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Nissan Micra would be higher. At 1,695 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Fiat Tipo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Fiat Tipo (57 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1984 Nissan Micra. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Fiat Tipo should accelerate faster than 1984 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Fiat Tipo weights approximately 365 kg more than 1984 Nissan Micra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1988 Fiat Tipo (98 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Nissan Micra. (74 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1988 Fiat Tipo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Nissan Micra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Fiat Tipo | 1984 Nissan Micra | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Tipo | Micra |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1695 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2310 mm |
